Fortaleza is a city on the Brazilian coastline, which might be familiar to football fans due to its hosting of games in this year's World Cup. The city has a host of big name districts including Centro and Meireles, and you'll find many locations bear names associated with the much-loved local author José de Alencar. Some of these districts are home to Fortaleza's famous beaches, of which Morro Branco, Praia De Iracema, and Praia do Futuro are often considered the most popular and car hire in Fortaleza is generally advised if you're planning on visiting a few of the beaches.
Many of the beaches in Fortaleza will be out of walking distance, lying a short drive due east of Centro. Cumbuco Beach, Fontes Beach, Praia do Futuro, Praia De Iracema, Morro Branco and Meireles Beach all exhibit individual qualities and can be explored if you take advantage of car hire in Fortaleza. Don't miss the Centro Dragão do Mar de Arte e Cultura and embrace the social hub of the city. The complex includes shops, restaurants and museums. The former jailhouse, which is now named Centro de Turismo do Ceara, is packed full of artisan stalls.
